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Automotive Lifestyle
AUTOS: Former President Bush Donates Pickup For Barrett-Jackson Charity Sale
The 2009 Ford F-150 SuperCrew that he drove on his Texas ranch will be auctioned in Scottsdale to benefit the Fisher House Foundation for veterans.
Former President George W. Bush used the 2009 Ford F-150 SuperCrew for driving chores on his Crawford, Texas, ranch. (Photo: Barrett-Jackson)
Former President George W. Bush has donated his 2009 pickup truck to be sold at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction in January, with all proceeds benefitting the Fisher House Foundation, a national program dedicated to assisting America's military families.
President Bush’s truck will cross the block on Saturday, Jan. 19, at around 9:30 p.m. at the conclusion of the Salon/5000 Series segment.
The former President has used this white F-150 at his Prairie Chapel Ranch in Crawford, Texas, since shortly after he left the White House in 2009. With a 5.4-Liter V8 engine commanding 310 horsepower, this top-of-the-line truck has a luxurious adobe King Ranch premium leather interior and 11,200 pounds towing capacity.
He and former First Lady Laura Bush have used the truck to work around their ranch; entertain friends, family and dignitaries; and to give tours of their Crawford property.
"I haven't driven on a street in many, many years, but I have been able to drive this truck on my ranch,” President Bush said. “I want to thank all those who are supporting the Fisher House. In supporting the Fisher House, you're supporting our veterans. And in supporting our veterans, you're helping America."
The Ford truck has been owned continuously by President Bush since he ordered it new from Jim Click Ford in Tucson, Arizona. The title is in the former President’s name and will be transferred directly to the buyer. Additionally, the right airbag panel features President Bush’s signature, and a copy of a video showing him autographing the truck and driving it around his ranch in Crawford will be included with the purchase.
“Driven by a President and now benefiting veterans, this truck is an exceptional piece of Americana that would make any collector proud,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson.
Barrett-Jackson first sold vehicles benefitting the Fisher House Foundation in 2007, selling a CNN Hummer for $1.25 million and, most recently, Jay Leno’s New Holland Tractor (signed by President Bush) for $535,000 at the 2012 Scottsdale auction. A total of approximately $1.7 million in funds have been raised for the foundation through Barrett-Jackson auctions.
The auction of the Ford F-150 was facilitated by the Gordon D. Sondland and Katherine J. Durant Foundation and 100 percent of the proceeds from the sale will go directly to the Fisher House Foundation, with the consignment fees waived. The Sondland/Durant Foundation was established in 1993 with a mission statement of “helping families and boosting communities.”
The Foundation has contributed millions of dollars since then toward children’s education, the arts, medical assistance for families and of course, support for wounded warriors and their families.
“The Fisher House Foundation is an outstanding organization, and we are honored to support their efforts and are thankful to former President Bush for his donation,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Charitable giving is a part of Barrett-Jackson’s culture and philosophy and I can’t wait to see what happens once this truck crosses the auction block.”
For more information about Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale and to purchase tickets to the event, see Barrett-Jackson.com. or call (480) 421-6694.
President Bush’s truck will cross the block on Saturday, Jan. 19, at around 9:30 p.m. at the conclusion of the Salon/5000 Series segment.
The former President has used this white F-150 at his Prairie Chapel Ranch in Crawford, Texas, since shortly after he left the White House in 2009. With a 5.4-Liter V8 engine commanding 310 horsepower, this top-of-the-line truck has a luxurious adobe King Ranch premium leather interior and 11,200 pounds towing capacity.
He and former First Lady Laura Bush have used the truck to work around their ranch; entertain friends, family and dignitaries; and to give tours of their Crawford property.
"I haven't driven on a street in many, many years, but I have been able to drive this truck on my ranch,” President Bush said. “I want to thank all those who are supporting the Fisher House. In supporting the Fisher House, you're supporting our veterans. And in supporting our veterans, you're helping America."
The Ford truck has been owned continuously by President Bush since he ordered it new from Jim Click Ford in Tucson, Arizona. The title is in the former President’s name and will be transferred directly to the buyer. Additionally, the right airbag panel features President Bush’s signature, and a copy of a video showing him autographing the truck and driving it around his ranch in Crawford will be included with the purchase.
“Driven by a President and now benefiting veterans, this truck is an exceptional piece of Americana that would make any collector proud,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson.
Barrett-Jackson first sold vehicles benefitting the Fisher House Foundation in 2007, selling a CNN Hummer for $1.25 million and, most recently, Jay Leno’s New Holland Tractor (signed by President Bush) for $535,000 at the 2012 Scottsdale auction. A total of approximately $1.7 million in funds have been raised for the foundation through Barrett-Jackson auctions.
The auction of the Ford F-150 was facilitated by the Gordon D. Sondland and Katherine J. Durant Foundation and 100 percent of the proceeds from the sale will go directly to the Fisher House Foundation, with the consignment fees waived. The Sondland/Durant Foundation was established in 1993 with a mission statement of “helping families and boosting communities.”
The Foundation has contributed millions of dollars since then toward children’s education, the arts, medical assistance for families and of course, support for wounded warriors and their families.
“The Fisher House Foundation is an outstanding organization, and we are honored to support their efforts and are thankful to former President Bush for his donation,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Charitable giving is a part of Barrett-Jackson’s culture and philosophy and I can’t wait to see what happens once this truck crosses the auction block.”
For more information about Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale and to purchase tickets to the event, see Barrett-Jackson.com. or call (480) 421-6694.
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